275 [i.e. 276] p. : 20 cm

Holograph S. (1781 Jun. 30 - see p. 275 [i.e. 276]). Topics include cosmography, physical astronomy, optics, mechanics, the geological elements, sound, and light. The second part of the section De electricitate (pp. 208-223) is quoted from a French source. Paragraphs are numbered : 1289-1928. Illustrations include ink drawings in black and brown and two engravings, one folded, both attributed "a Paris chez Crepy" and the first with : H. van Loon. Index on unnumbered pages at the end ; in Latin

Provenance: Bern Dibner (donor)

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